Random stuff about Wellington since 2005

Christmas Shopping – Part 1

For many Christmas is about the newest shiniest toys and things that break within 10 minutes of the box being opened, a season of malls, bad music and chain stores. But those people are not us, oh no, for we know that Wellington is an abundance of boutique shops and delightful markets.

So with the idea of helping you all avoid the things you hate about Christmas, and do good things like shop local and shop handmade I’ll be doing a wee series on all the delightful ways to get your gift on this Christmas. If you think it’s too soon to be thinking Christmas then think again, just check the NZ Post Christmas mailing guidelines and you’ll see what I mean.

I thought I’d start with what’s kicking off this weekend, in Handmade. Next I’ll attempt a round-up of what’s on in local shops and what you can expect from the season in Markets.

Knack is very much the market where you find the up and coming crafters and artists of Wellington. Plus it’s one of those markets where you get to do good by shopping. Knack started in July 2007 as a school fundraiser, and has a lovely community feel to it. It’s a great place to find well-made, interesting gifts and with parking, eftpos and great coffee on site it’s a seasonal delight.

Sue Tyler

When not hiding in her glitter stash Sue Tyler spends most of her time playing with laser cutters, crafting and delighting in living in Miramar only 2.5 minutes walk away from her favourite cinema . She spends far too much time on twitter and is currently planning how to conquer the world using a hot a glue gun and moxie